News, Notes

Published Sunday, June 15, 2008

Bark walk

The Dog Walking Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. June 22 in the Plaza de la Constitucion for a "Bark Walk." All participating dogs should be balanced, non-aggressive and be up to date on shots. Dogs will remain on leash and owners should carry plenty of water and treats for their dog and water for themselves. Join us for a leisurely stroll, good conversation and fun with a few furry friends. After the walk the group may stop for a snack and beverage at a dog-friendly cafe.

Space is limited. For a reservation call 471-5579 or e-mail anderpark@msn.com or hippobooks@hotmail.com

At the libraries

* Summer programs for children begin the middle of June at area libraries.

The programs continue the week of June 16-Aug. 7 on the following schedule:

The film festival runs through Aug. 7. Call the various branches for details.

* A lecture on Palms for North Florida and their Care begins at 9 a.m. Thursday at the Ponte Vedra Branch. Palm varieties, planting, pests and culture will be discussed. There are some 30 palms included in the presentation.

A $5 donation will be asked of attendees and it will be given to support the creation of Bird Island Park. Register for the class by calling 209-0430.

Briefs

* The Sunday Scrabble Scramble continues at 1:30 p.m. today at Barnes & Noble. All are welcome. Call 797-8961 for information. Please no cell phones during the play.

* This message is for all officers, enlisted men, WACs, cadets, Britons, civilians and/or their families and friends stationed at Cochran Field or living in Macon, Ga., during World War II. These individuals are asked to contribute artifacts, photos, articles and stories pertaining to their experiences with the men and women working there. Items should be sent to Robins Air Force Base Museum to Mike Rowland, archivist, WR-LC/MU, 1942 Heritage Blvd., Robins AFB, Ga. 31098-2442.